Witches Preparing for Sabbath, Andries Stock, ca. 1610
Witches Preparing for Sabbath, ca. 1610, Engraving, Sheet: 17 1/4 × 25 3/4 in. ( × cm), Prints, Andries Stock (Netherlandish, 1572/82–after 1648), Designed by Jacques de Gheyn II (Netherlandish, Antwerp 1565–1629 The Hague), To appreciate the complex symbolism and rich details of the world of witches represented in this print close examination is needed. In the centre three witches prepare ointments that they will smear over their bodies enabling them to fly
Size: 5596px × 3786px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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